Tag: Langtang Valley Trek

Autumn offers ideal trekking conditions. The air is clear and temperatures are mild, with days ranging from 15 to 24 degrees Celsius. The monsoon rain helps to clear the atmosphere and give hikers clear views. The temperature stays relatively stable during the day, but can become quite cool at night. Nevertheless, temperatures remain moderate through the autumn and into the later months. Gosainkunda lake The Gosainkunda lake is a sacred site for Hindus. It is considered holy by Hindus and Buddhists. It is a popular pilgrimage site and is also home to an annual Hindu festival called Janai Purnima. A pilgrim's bath here is believed to wash away the sins of hundreds of lifetimes. The route passes dense forests and higher hills on the way to the lake. The Langtang Gosainkunda trek is...